ibkr for AI Finance

Comprehensive Read-Only Client for IBKR

ibkr is an innovative read-only client designed for Interactive Brokers accounts, providing users with a range of features to manage their financial data. It operates through a single Go binary, offering three interfaces: CLI, a stdio MCP server, and a Go library, all returning JSON formatted data. This allows users to interact seamlessly without the need for a Python or Java runtime, making it lightweight and efficient for financial analysis.

Key functionalities of ibkr include live account snapshots, detailed positions with Greeks, market quotes, option chains, and daily historical data. Users can execute commands to monitor their accounts, get real-time market updates, and perform advanced analytics like position sizing calculations. The architecture ensures safety with a strict read-only structure, preventing any trading actions, thus allowing users to analyze their portfolio without risk.